How to Keep Watercolor Framing Costs Down | Watercolor Framing Tip 61

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Watercolor Tip 61 - I discuss ways to keep costs down when framing a watercolor, using other surfaces besides watercolor paper, and show the sped up framing process for one of my paintings. #lorrainewatry #framingawatercolor #watercolorsurfaces www.lorrainewatrystudio.com
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- Scotch ATG 700 tape dispenser
- Acid free double sided tape for ATG dispenser
- Logan Point Driver - Model F500-2
- Framing Points - Logan, model F56
- Gummed Linen Hinging Tape (acid free) from LineCO 1"x150 ft.
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- Plastic Wrapped Picture Framing Wire (Super Softstrand, no. 5, 43 lb.)
- Brown Paper found in rolls at local hardware stores (Lowes or Home Depot)
- Plexiglass found at local hardware stores (Lowes or Home Depot)
- Plexiglass Scoring/cutting tool
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@brianlove541 Жыл бұрын

As usual - a most helpful video. And you included a comprehensive list of supplies. Another big thank you!

@lorrainewatry_watercolors Жыл бұрын

Brian, I am glad the video and supply list were helpful!

@nancydavidson4899 Жыл бұрын

Very helpful. Thank you 🙏

@lorrainewatry_watercolors Жыл бұрын

You're welcome 😊

@pradeepbabu12 3 жыл бұрын

as a beginner artist shocked by the cost of framing, this is hugely helpful! You are very kind to share all this. thanks.

@lorrainewatry_watercolors 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful! There are some good suggestions in the comments, too.

@bethw7 3 жыл бұрын

This is so great - you almost make me want to cut my own mats! Barring that, I recommend Matboard & More for precut mats at very good prices. Their turnaround time is fast, and the double mats are always perfectly cut and aligned. If you tend to paint the same sizes most of the time, you can save a lot of money buying in bulk (10 or more). Probably not as much as cutting the mats yourself, though. Frame Destination has nonglare/UV Acrylite (conservation grade plexi) for a good price if you buy several pieces at a time. American Frame also has a handy dust cover trimmer that makes fast work of trimming paper backing evenly. Two fast swipes along each side, and you're done. Great video as always - thank you!

@lorrainewatry_watercolors 3 жыл бұрын

Haha! Thanks for the matting and framing ideas! I hadn't heard of either before. I have heard of a dust cover trimmer. I will have to look for it next time I am ordering frames from American Frame.

@bushman2512 3 жыл бұрын

Informative video. I look for Matt on Craigslist. Sometimes I get lucky. I’ll troll thrift shops for good frames. Sometimes you can recycle the Matt. For smaller pieces I’ll stretch my paper on a wood frame, then wax. Always a way to save a buck.😎💕

@lorrainewatry_watercolors 3 жыл бұрын

Ah, yes Craigslist and thrift shops can be good places to find framing materials.

@mariakellner5429 3 жыл бұрын

Lorraine I found a wholesaler that frame ,and supply me with as many off cuts of matte board is need,the framing is very reasonable, tfs your methods.

@lorrainewatry_watercolors 3 жыл бұрын

Sounds great! That should help save money.

@debrabarber-wilson3305 3 жыл бұрын

I am interested in seeing how to make a watercolor painting in a frame with glass look like it’s floating. Suspended off the backer board with deckled edge showing. I love this look!

@lorrainewatry_watercolors 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Debra, I have not ever floated a painting when framing. If I find any information on it. I might add this to my video list.

@debrabarber-wilson3305 3 жыл бұрын

@@lorrainewatry_watercolors thank you

@lindagray284 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this helpful lesson. Do you know the specific model of Logan Matt cutter you have?

@lorrainewatry_watercolors 3 жыл бұрын

Hi, yes it's listed under the video description. It's the Logan Simplex Mat Cutter #750. Glad it was helpful.

@cccsssish 3 жыл бұрын

Could you please explain what is the problem with the painting touching the glass? I've never heard that before...

@lorrainewatry_watercolors 3 жыл бұрын

It is my understanding that in more humid climates, moisture could get between the glass and watercolor and cause the watercolor paint to smear or fade. Also, there is a chance the paper could get stuck to the glass.

@lunatikkid Жыл бұрын

Thanks for this really informative video, when you use the Krylon UV archival spray, do you do it all in one go or do you do extra coat after ?

@lorrainewatry_watercolors Жыл бұрын

I do about 4 to 8 light coats of the Krylon spray. I rotate my painting in between each coat so that I make sure I cover everything.

@RobertHopkinsArt 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the videos, Lorraine! I have just started painting using 1/2 Imperial (15" x 22") and am confused on what size frame "with" mat opening to use? 18 x 24 with a mat opening of 13.5 x 19.5? 22 x 28 with a mat opening of 14.5 x 20.5? If I can keep it a standard I will be able to save money. Thank you!

@lorrainewatry_watercolors 3 жыл бұрын

I would not use a mat and frame that small. I think the painting needs a little more room between the opening and frame. I have my painting under the mat by 1/4" all the way around. So that would reduce the opening/viewable area of the painting to 14 1/2" x 21 1/2". I think a mat that is 2 3/4" all the way around will give you a frame size of 20"x27". I hope this helps.